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Working Title: Equal Opportunity Consultant

Job Class: Investigation Specialist

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 87142

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Limited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 07/01/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 07/21/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

+ **Division/Unit** : DHS - Central Office / Equal Opportunity & Access

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **Anticipated Duration** : Two (2) years

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

_***This position is eligible for_ telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) _for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.***_

_***This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; the position is expected to last up to two (2) years.***_

As an Equal Opportunity Consultant, you will provide consultation to Department of Human Services (DHS) leadership, managers, and supervisors on compliance with State and agency policy, procedures, and practices related to equal opportunity and Affirmative Action in employment.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

+ Investigate and/or provide alternative dispute resolution of complaints of protected class discrimination or harassment, or protected activity retaliation, by employees or applicants for employment.

+ Provide agency responses to enforcement agency charges, lawsuits, discovery and other legal process, in collaboration with Attorney General’s Office and other DHS divisions (such as DHS Human Resources and DHS General Counsel’s Office).

+ Develop and provide trainings to DHS leadership, managers, supervisors, and staff to create a more welcoming, inclusive and free of unlawful discrimination workplace.

+ Monitor DHS’ Affirmative Action hiring and whether selection and retention activities are conducted in a manner that supports and preserves a diverse workforce.

+ Investigate and/or provide alternative dispute resolution of civil rights complaints in human services delivery.

Minimum Qualifications

_**To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**_

Three (3) years professional experience conducting employment investigations related to Affirmative Action or equal opportunity laws, regulations, and practices; or conducting civil rights investigations related to federal or state civil rights laws, regulations, and practices.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

+ Training in or experience conducting investigations and performing mediation and/or other forms of dispute resolution.

+ Knowledge of affirmative action, equal opportunity, civil rights, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

+ Establish, organize, and maintain record keeping systems and procedures.

_*Bachelor’s degree in human resources, organizational management, law, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience._

_**Master’s degree in human resources, organizational management, law, or related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience._

Preferred Qualifications

+ Juris Doctor (J.D.) or similar law degree from accredited law school.

+ EEO Investigator Certification or/other EEO related certification.

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.